Ingredients for 4 Cheese Macaroni With A Little More
- 1 pound Elbow Macaroni
- 1/2 medium onion, chopped
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 8 ounces mushrooms, sliced
- 4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1/2 cup dry white wine
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 3 cups milk
- See Cheddar, Gruyere, Monterey Jack, and Parmesan cheese for quantities
- Salt, generously to taste
- a pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded Gruyere cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Pepper, to taste
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How to Make 4 Cheese Macaroni With A Little More
- Cook 1 pound macaroni according to package directions. Drain and set aside in a large mixing bowl.
- Saute 1/2 medium onion, chopped, and 8 ounces mushrooms, sliced, in 2 tablespoons olive oil until caramelized. Add 4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled, during the last few minutes of cooking.
- Add 1/2 cup dry white wine and simmer until reduced by half.
- Let the mixture cool slightly before stirring it into the cooked macaroni.
- Prepare the white sauce: Melt 4 tablespoons butter in a saucepan. Whisk in 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour and cook until bubbly, about 1 minute. Gradually whisk in 3 cups milk until smooth and thickened, cooking over medium-low heat, stirring constantly, until velvety (about 5-7 minutes).
- Add 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, 1/2 cup shredded Gruyere cheese, 1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese, and 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese to the white sauce. Stir until completely melted and smooth.
- Pour the cheese sauce over the macaroni mixture. Stir well to combine. Season generously with fresh parsley (2 tablespoons, chopped), salt, pepper, and a pinch of red pepper flakes (optional).
- Spoon the macaroni and cheese into an ungreased 9x13 inch baking dish. Spread 1/2 cup breadcrumbs evenly over the top.
- Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 30-35 minutes, or until golden brown and bubbly.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
6 g
Sugar
8g
Fat
21g
Carbs
16g
